Minnesota Vikings vs. Miami Dolphins 7 to 24
Sunday, January 13, 1974, Super BowlThe Dolphins played the Vikings in Super Bowl VIII on Sunday, January 13, 1974. The Dolphins entered the game looking to defend their previous year's championship against the Vikings. The Dolphins entered the game with a record of 12-2-0, while the Vikings entered the game with a record of 12-2-0. The Dolphins won 24-7 to win Super Bowl VIII, finishing their championship season with a record of 12-2-0 in the regular season, 3-0 in the playoffs. The Vikings finished their season 12-2-0 in the regular season, 2-1 in the playoffs. Larry Csonka was voted as the Super Bowl MVP, the first Super Bowl MVP of his career.
Minnesota Vikings offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 238 | 166 | 72 | 2 | 14 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Bud Grant Offensive Coordinator: Jerry Burns Defensive Coordinator: Neill Armstrong Offensive Line Coach: John Michels Defensive Line Coach: Jack Patera Vice President: Jim Finks General Manager: Jim Finks
Miami Dolphins offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 259 | 63 | 196 | 0 | 21 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Don Shula Assistant Head Coach-Defense: Bill Arnsparger Offensive Line Coach: Monte Clark Offensive Backs Coach: Carl Taseff Offensive Assistant Coach: Bill McPeak Defensive Line Coach: Mike Scarry Defensive Backs Coach: Tom Keane